AFL announces 2009 divisional alignmentAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League has realigned its divisions, placing the two-time (2006-07) Eastern Division Champion Dallas Desperados in the Southern Division. The Desperados spent the previous five seasons in the National Conference’s Eastern Division after spending their first two seasons in the American Conference.
Sportexe: Bringing Arena Football to YouRandy Snow, ArenaFan.comWhen Jim Foster came up with the game of Arena Football back in 1981, he envisioned a unique game played on a unique indoor field. After 22 seasons, the game continues to attract new fans every year. But just who is in charge of making all the unique equipment used by the AFL such as the rebound nets?
Dispersal draft and free agent signing period delayed temporarilyAFL Press Release
Pending an in-person meeting between the Arena Football League and the Arena Football League Players Association, the Dispersal Draft and the date teams can begin signing free agents have been temporarily delayed.
October team-by-team updateAFL Press Release
All 17 Arena Football League teams are staying busy this offseason by re-signing players, hosting open tryouts, participating in various community activities and much more. Following is a team-by-team rundown of the latest happenings around the AFL.
Impressive crop of veterans available in 2009 free agencyAFL Press Release
2008 Champs Sports Quarterback of the Year MATT D’ORAZIO (ArenaBowl XX, XXII) and 2008 Russell Athletic Team Leader of the Year QB MARK GRIEB (ArenaBowl XVIII, XXI), MVPs of four ArenaBowls, including the last three, and opponents in the most recent title game on July 27, headline a list of 172 free agents who are eligible to be contacted by teams today.
Salisbury joins coaching staff of LA AvengersPittsburgh Tribune-Review
Chad Salisbury's retirement from professional football lasted just one season. Recently, the former multi-sport Frazier High School star, was hired as an assistant coach with the Los Angeles Avengers of the Arena Football League.
New Avengers coach O'Hara knows Arena footballLos Angeles Daily News
When quarterback Pat O'Hara left USC in 1991, his sights set on the NFL, the Santa Monica native knew little about the Arena Football League.
Baker’s Abrupt Departure Shouldn’t Hurt Long LegacyAdam Markowitz, ArenaFan.comFor those that don’t know me, I’ve been around this game for a long time. However, out of every game, every trade, every free agent signing, every victory and every defeat I’ve witnessed, there has not been a more intriguing and mystifying day in Arena Football League history than Friday, July 25, 2008.
O'Hara Hired By AvengersTampa Tribune
Pat O'Hara, the Tampa Bay Storm's offensive coordinator the past two seasons, was named head coach of the Arena Football League's Los Angeles Avengers on Friday.
Avengers hire former Rampage finalist as coachMLive.com
The Los Angeles Avengers announced the hiring of Pat O'Hara as their new coach Friday. O'Hara, who has 15 years experience as a player and coach in the Arena Football League, succeeds Ed Hodgkiss, who was fired June 24.
Commissioner Baker resignsAdam Markowitz, ArenaFan.comOn Friday, the Associated Press reported that Arena Football League Commissioner David Baker resigned from his position after twelve seasons. The report was sent in at 5:18 CT by Barry Wilner. The shocking decision comes two days before ArenaBowl XXII between the Philadelphia Soul and San Jose SaberCats.
L.A. Avengers hire Pat O'Hara as head coachLos Angeles Avengers Press Release
Pat O’Hara, a three-time ArenaBowl champion who will be entering his 15th season of involvement with the Arena Football League, has been hired as the head coach of the Los Angeles Avengers, owner and chief executive officer Casey Wasserman announced today.
L.A. Avengers hire Pat O'Hara as head coachLos Angeles Avengers Press Release
Pat O’Hara, a three-time ArenaBowl champion who will be entering his 15th season of involvement with the Arena Football League, has been hired as the head coach of the Los Angeles Avengers, owner and chief executive officer Casey Wasserman announced today.
Avengers to name Pat O'Hara head coachLos Angeles Times
O'Hara, who spent the last three Arena Football League seasons as Tampa Bay's offensive coordinator, will succeed Ed Hodgkiss, who was fired after the Avengers failed to make the playoffs with a 5-11 record.
Storm's O'Hara headed to LATampabay.com
On Friday, the Storm offensive coordinator was named head coach of the Los Angeles Avengers, the Arena Football League team located just a few miles from where he went to high school and not far from where he later played college football.
Avengers to name Pat O'Hara head coachLos Angeles Times
O'Hara, who spent the last three Arena Football League seasons as Tampa Bay's offensive coordinator, will succeed Ed Hodgkiss, who was fired after the Avengers failed to make the playoffs with a 5-11 record.
ArenaBowl XXII Podcast InterviewsArenaFan.com Press Release
ArenaFan.com brings you interviews from Radio Row at ArenaBowl XII in New Orleans
Beat the Guru: ArenaBowl XXIIAdam Markowitz, ArenaFan.comWelcome to the big time, boys and girls! After 17 weeks of regular season play, three weeks of postseason play, and an absolutely unnecessary bye week, we’ve finally hit the week of ArenaBowl XXII, and you’ve hit your headquarters for the gambling scoop on the 2008 title game.
Getting DefensiveAndy Lopusnak, ArenaFan.comOver the last three seasons, the Arena Football League has seen an explosion of offense and points. In the league’s first 19 years, there was just one quarterback with 100 or more passing touchdowns. Three years later, seven times there’s been a gunslinger reaching the century mark. But the growing trend in this seemingly defenseless league has been to hire defensive-minded head coaches.
Al Lucas Hero Team honors community all-starsAFL Press Release
The Al Lucas Hero Award is presented annually to the player who makes the most significant contribution to both his community and the game of Arena Football. The award was created in honor of the late Los Angeles Avengers lineman AL LUCAS, who believed in both giving back to his community and growing the AFL.
